Instructor Creative Arts Therapy

Welcome to West Liberty University!  

Mission Statement:

West Liberty University, established in 1837, was the first institution of higher education in West Virginia. We are a dynamic, inclusive, student-centered community that cultivates scholarly exploration, experiential learning, creative expression, and global citizenship.

The Opportunity:

West Liberty University is seeking applications for an Instructor of Creative Arts Therapy. The Instructor of Creative Arts Therapy will be responsible for teaching courses in the undergraduate Creative Arts Therapy Program, student advisement. facilitating on- and off-campus workshops and experiential learning opportunities, curating the Art Therapy gallery and annual student show, and supervising on-campus internships and capstone projects. This is a part-time faculty position. The Instructor of Creative Arts Therapy will possess the credentials to teach a wide range of creative art therapy courses while serving as the Undergraduate Creative Arts Therapy Coordinator. West Liberty Faculty should have a commitment to excellent teaching and service, including participation in student advising, recruitment and retention.

Essential Functions of the position:

•  Teach Creative Arts Therapy courses in area(s) of expertise. 


• Work with program development while maintaining flexibility and collaboration with administration and other programs.


• Participate in student, program, and University assessment efforts. 


• Remain active as an Academic professional and seek scholarly/research activity.


• Participate in department, college, and university faculty meetings, as well as committees, convocations, commencement activities and faculty workshops. 
  

Education & Experience Requirements: 

• Master's Degree in directly related field required. 
  


• Doctorate's Degree in directly related field preferred. 


• At least two years' experience teaching at the university level and curriculum development preferred. 


• At least five years' experience as an art therapist in a clinical setting preferred. 
  


• National Certification in Art Therapy; Creative Arts Therapy, or Board-Certification is preferred. 

Application Requirements: 

• Letter of application


• Curriculum vitae


• Evidence of teaching effectiveness: course evaluations and sample syllabi


• Contact information for three professional references. 

Anticipated Faculty Appointment Date: 

A faculty member is expected to participate in continuous improvement in the areas of teaching, professional development, and service to the University and community.  Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Why you should apply:  

For the academic year employees, their dependents, and spouses are eligible for a 100% waiver for undergraduate tuition and only employees are eligible for 50% waiver for graduate tuition for certain programs.  

Free use of the Wellness facilities and free admission into all WLU events with your employee Topper Card.  

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West Liberty University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all interested individuals.  Individuals who need assistance in the application process may contact Human Resources at [email protected]. 

West Liberty University does not sponsor work visas.  Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Successfully passing a background screening report is required for final employment. 

West Liberty University is a tobacco free campus.